New deal: Szcezesny has inked a "long-term" deal with Arsenal (Image: Reuters)

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Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny has signed a new contract the Emirates.

The length of the deal has yet to be officially disclosed, but the Poland international expressed his happiness at committing his "long-term future" to the Gunners.

The 23-year-old has established himself as the undisputed No.1 at the Emirates after making his debut in 2009.

Speaking to the club's official website, Szczesny said: “I am very pleased to have signed a new contract. Arsenal is like my family and I’m so happy to be committing my long-term future here.

"I’ve been at this club for over seven years now and I’d just like to take the opportunity to thank everyone for their support towards me during my time here.

"Many people have given me amazing support since I arrived as a boy. I’m so proud to be an Arsenal player and am looking forward to helping our club towards success in the years to come.”

Manager Arsene Wenger talked up the Pole's attributes after revealing his delight at tying the keeper down to a lengthy deal.

"We’re very pleased Wojciech has signed a new long-term contract. I have always believed he is an extremely talented player," said Wenger.

"[He has] excellent reflexes and good mental strength. He continues to grow and improve all the time too, so he has the potential to be even better. He can be an important part of Arsenal Football Club for many years to come."

The bumper new deal, rumoured to last four years, will earn the Gunners stopper around £20m, with his wages being doubled by the club.